Greenville Technical College Receives $100,000 Grant for New Welding and Automation Center

Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 6, 2026 —

Greenville Technical College has announced the receipt of a $100,000 grant from the Truist Foundation. The funding will be allocated to support the development of a new pipe rack simulator for the college’s forthcoming Center for Welding and Automation Excellence.

The new Center for Welding and Automation Excellence is slated to open in Fall 2026. This facility will be situated on the Brashier campus in Simpsonville. The primary objective of this center is to enhance training capacity for individuals pursuing careers in welding and advanced manufacturing.

The addition of the pipe rack simulator is expected to play a crucial role in the training programs offered at the center. This specialized equipment will provide students with hands-on experience in a simulated industrial environment, preparing them for the demands of the advanced manufacturing sector.

The grant from the Truist Foundation underscores a commitment to workforce development and the growth of skilled trades in the region. Greenville Technical College aims to address the increasing need for qualified professionals in welding and automation through this expansion.

Further details regarding the specific curriculum or the timeline for the simulator’s installation were not immediately available. The college anticipates that the new center will significantly contribute to the local economy by equipping students with in-demand skills.

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